Real Estate: Zoning/Land Use
USA Guide 2024 : Arizona
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Provided by Snell & Wilmer LLP
Snell & Wilmer’s real estate attorneys provide a comprehensive approach to legal services for the real estate industry. The firm’s attorneys assist with real estate projects that range in size from single-tract transactions to multi-use developments and planned communities covering thousands of acres.
Having a large, comprehensive real estate lawyer team allows the firm’s attorneys to focus their work on a range of practice areas including:
- Acquisitions and dispositions
- Project development services
- Project management services
- Specialized project services
- Real estate finance
Noteworthy matters include the following representation:
- Private equity firm Interwest Capital in acquisition of $36 million multi-family southern California property
- Snell & Wilmer represents Microbrewery Mission brewery in acquisition by California investment company
As one of the largest law firms in the western U.S., Snell & Wilmer’s real estate attorneys have been involved in many high-profile projects throughout the region, nationally and internationally. The firm works with leaders in a broad range of industries, including real estate, healthcare, hospitality, banking, telecommunications, construction and natural resources.
With 100+ attorneys practicing in the areas of real estate, construction and commercial finance in the firm’s Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, Utah and Mexico offices, Snell & Wilmer can offer clients customized solutions tailored to their needs.
Chambers Review
Snell & Wilmer LLP has a market-leading real estate practice within a large, full-service firm. Beyond transactional real estate, the firm also has experience regarding zoning and land use, with further knowledge of permitting and planning matters. It maintains an excellent reputation for its strength in a multitude of real estate financing matters. The team counsels a diverse array of clients, including hotel owners, real estate developers and banks, on a wide range of transactional mandates. Its lawyers assist with projects that range from single-tract transactions to large multi-use developments.
Work Highlights
- Snell & Wilmer advised Greenlight Communities on the $61 million sale of a multi-family residential complex.
Strengths
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"Snell has a deep bench and always has a team member in place to help with a variety of matters as they arise."
"The Snell team is poised and detail-oriented."
"Snell has a deep bench and always has a team member in place to help with a variety of matters as they arise."
"The Snell team is poised and detail-oriented."
Notable Practitioners
Craig Williams is highlighted for his expertise in real estate finance. He acts for financial institutions and developers on the sale, purchase and leasing of real estate as well as handling asset-based lending transactions.
"He is an excellent lawyer."
David Sprentall is well respected by peers for his strength in real estate financing matters.
Jody Pokorski is well respected for her extensive experience advising on transactional issues such as financings, leasings and commercial acquisitions. She represents a range of clients including developers, owners, lenders and contractors.
"Jody is a fine lawyer."
Joyce Wright wins market-wide recognition for her skill in handling matters relating to major development projects. Her experience spans the full spectrum of transactional work, ranging from leasing and financing to the sale and acquisition of land.
"Joyce is very thorough, effective and proactive."
Nicholas Wood offers significant expertise in sophisticated zoning and planning matters, as well as entitlement issues.
"Nick has a great intellect and strategic mind."
Lars Lagerman is well regarded for his broad practice which sees him advise a range of clients on the acquisition and development of land. He also offers experience handling loan workouts and foreclosures.
Bart Page is regularly engaged to advise on a range of real estate matters, including acquisitions, dispositions, leasings and financings. His client base includes commercial developers, home builders and investment funds.
"Bart is outstanding - professional, knowledgeable and efficient."
Byron Sarhangian comes recommended for his experience on a broad array of transactional real estate matters including sales and land acquisitions as well as leasings and financings. He is also adept at handling zoning and construction issues.
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